Alabama § 36-22-17 - Disposition of Fees, Commissions, Etc.

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§ 36-22-17. Disposition of Fees, Commissions, Etc.

Except as otherwise provided herein, all fees, commissions, percentages, allowances, charges, and court costs heretofore collectible for the use of the sheriff and his or her deputies shall be collected and paid into the general fund of the county. Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of Section 14-6-47, all monies paid by the state for the feeding of prisoners pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 6 shall be paid into the Prisoner Feeding Fund established in Section 14-6-47, and expended only as provided in Chapter 6.

Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 36-22-17

What does Code of Alabama § 36-22-17 cover?

Section 36-22-17 ("Disposition of Fees, Commissions, Etc.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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